Lanem
Australian looking for information about Cambodia
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Australian
Lives in Brisbane
Registration: 27 April 2012
Safety in Cambodia by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Cambodia? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I wasn't responding to your post at all...it was a general observation...and no not new... Read More
Safety in Cambodia by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Cambodia? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Wow .... I'm shocked. Thanks for the inside info...I live in Chinag Mai and have never once considered safety as a factor in anything I do ....night or day. Read More
Looking to move to Chang Mai in June 2011 .... Need to find a job by Rasgeoff
I am presently living in Santa Barbara CA ( I have lived her for 15 years) Prior to that I lived in Los Angeles for approx 15 years and prior to that in South Africa for 15 years. Finding a job as an Asset Management Specialist has not been easy ...
Just to provide a reality check....my friend who is Thai has a university degree and works at the university and makes 10,000 a month or about $85 a week. Read More
Retiree for Chiang Mai? by Janehunt
Hi, I live on the Gold Coast and am a retiree in Australia, thinking seriously of coming to Chiang Mai to retire so I would love to hear from anyone who has done the big shift! I will be making a trip there just after Christmas, and it would be ...
Good luck Jane and stay in touch if you like... My suggestion is to stay for at least a number of months and not in a guesthouse. I've found that the guesthouse experience is one thing and it's ok but it's not a 'living' ... Read More
Make the move from the states - Looking for infos regarding safety etc
Well...just speaking personally, I would never be in a Thailand in April... Far too hot...and then there's the rice burning smoke issue you need to look into... Read More
Anybody know Ian? by Fadhilatul
Hi there, I'm going to Thailand soon and I'm looking for a friend that i lost his contact number. This UK guy named Ian, age around 55 years old and living in Chiang Mai. Anybody know him and his contact number, please do notify me. Thanks
You don't his last name? Look on Facebook... Read More
Are there any African Americans living in Thailand? by mmorgan
Hello all, I have been in this country for 6 weeks and my circle of connection have been Nigerians and some Thai through my church affiliation. I am looking to meet any other African Americans and American women of the older and mature crowd for ...
'White party' ..... That's an interesting choice of words. Not criticising for one minute....it just must indicate the way it is in your country.... Would never occur to an Australian to say that.....it would just be 'a ... Read More
List of Prohibited Jobs for westerners in Thailand by LuisF
For all those who are keen on working in Thailand, be aware that there is a list of jobs were, you, as a westerner will not be able to get a work permit. The List is taken from The Thai Labor Department Website -http://www.mol.go.th/- 1.- Labour ...
I think a lot of people are dreamers... I don't claim to be any type of expert but it seems to me to be a pretty Thai only society....work wise. And for good reason of course... Read More
I love Thailand, moving to Chaing Mai
Under what arrangements could you possibly 'work' here? Are you aware of what the wages are here? There's a restaurant every second shop... Have you looked into this... It's the most obvious place to start... Not saying it's ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
Pompui.... I'll share my experience and you can take what you want from it. I'd been going to Thailand for 30 years or so but only for holidays.. In the last number of years my circumstances allowed me to get more serious.. I was advised on ... Read More
New Home - hoping to get retirement visa by astroid60
Moving to Chiang Mai from Australia in October 2014, hoping to get retirement visa.
Oh and....I'm in Australia at the moment. I just received a non immigrant 0 visa from the consulate here.....90 days....no medical or police check required...just passport and proof of money .... Bank statements...etc....that's all...plus of ... Read More
New Home - hoping to get retirement visa by astroid60
Moving to Chiang Mai from Australia in October 2014, hoping to get retirement visa.
Just to divert a bit and on the issue of renting and leases....My associates have found places that they are sure they would like to settle and make a home ... And they have made arrangements with the owner to take out a 30 year lease ...all rental ... Read More
Looking for studio in Chiang Mai - rent for one month - end of year by Anick Chevalier
Hello My husband and I shall stay in Chiang Mai from 15 December 2014 to 14 January 2015 inclusive. Although there are lots of studios available at around 10,000-13,000 Bahts, it is difficult to secure one due to the Christmas and New Year period. ...
The normal internet searches of course...but after that I think you might be pushing it. High season is high season....people come from everywhere now.. Hoardes come from Japan during Feb. Etc...etc.... I book my Christmas/Jan/Feb way in ... Read More
Maverick looking for Goose in Chiang Mai!
I guess the empty alcohol bottles in the logo give me an idea......thanks ... Read More
Maverick looking for Goose in Chiang Mai!
More detail..... Are you 17 or 70.... ? You're not a Nigerian scammer are you....that's the first thing people might think? Who are you? Know what I mean? What are your credentials.... You want someone to hit the ground with someone they ... Read More
Visit for Information
Hi....just a bit of advice...the first thing to do I would say ...if you want replies ...is to be more careful about what 'heading' you use in your post... The heading you used tells you nothing and asks no specific question...if you want to ... Read More
Flights / Travel to Chiang Mai from BKK by Pompui
So I've been researching flights getting ready to come over in a couple months, and I am not seeing any direct flights to Chiang Mai from the states. I already have 26-27hrs. of flight and layover time to get to BKK. What is the most cost ...
Of course you'd have to fly bkk to CM ......unless you're crazy... After 27 hours flying i'd need a hospital bed in bkk for a few days.... If you are not in a hurry....why hurry....? I wouldn't stay near the airport in bkk....I'd ... Read More
Possibility of work in Chiang Mai?
Agree with stumpy..... Make your money in the west and then bring it with.....seems to be the only way.... Read More
Moving to Chiang Mai in Feb!
If you want to get a reply I think you would need to give more information and be more specific...if you already have plans to actually 'move' to CM one would probably think you'd have more information by now.....just saying.... Read More
bringing my dog to live in chiang mai by sharronowens
Do I need to apply for a permit to bring my dog to Thailand?
Hi Steve and others....just to share my thoughts about the dog issue. I lost my little one a while back and am thinking of getting a dog over here....so I wouldn't be importing one I'd be getting a locally bred one... Ive been been in ... Read More
What's the difference between a house and a villa??
I'm from Australia and we do not use the term 'villa'...what do they men by the term in the real estate ads? What's the difference between it and a house ?? Mike Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Siem Reap by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Siem Reap. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Siem Reap. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a house ...
Thanks Bruno...big help. Of course I may end unsettling in Siam Reap but realistically it might take me a year of going and coming before I decide...thanks for the help...mike Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Siem Reap by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Siem Reap. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Siem Reap. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a house ...
Is a visa for the entire period absolutely necessary...is it a government requirement ? What if I am staying in a variety of other countries and just wish to have a flat in s.r. For when I'm there?? Assuming of course the rent is paid in ... Read More